Nov. 16th - Culture and Language Sessions: Brazil, Thailand and New Zealand

October 30th, 2009 · Past Events · Speakers · Study Abroad · Training & Workshops · Posted by Claudia Prieto

International Education Week presents…

University Teaching Center, UTC 4.122, 6:00 – 8:15 p.m.
Country Presentations: Brazil: 6:00 p.m.; Thailand: 6:45 p.m.; New Zealand: 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by BBA International Programs, McCombs School of Business

Ever wonder what it would be like to study abroad and live in any of these exciting international destinations? Learn basic vocabulary, interesting cultural traditions and hear from students/faculty who have experienced life in Brazil, Thailand and New Zealand! Cultural presentations and basic language lessons will be provided for each country.

Confirmed speakers:

Brazil: Dr. Orlando Kelm, Associate Professor, Department of Spanish and Portuguese; Associate Director, Business Language Education, UT CIBER
New Zealand: Dr. Jon Johansson, Professor, Political Science and International Relations, Victoria University of Wellington
Thailand: Dr. Ward Keeler, Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology

To learn more about other International Education Week events taking place from November 16 - 20, visit http://utiew.wordpress.com

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